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Joshua 24:16
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The people replied, “Far be it from us to forsake the LORD to serve other gods!
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As for me, far be it from me that I should sin against the LORD by ceasing to pray for you. And I will continue to teach you the good and right way.
Romans 6:2rank 2
Certainly not! How can we who died to sin live in it any longer?
Romans 3:6rank 2
Certainly not! In that case, how could God judge the world?